Zizzer Softball raises $600 to fight cancer

West Plains Zizzer Softball hosted its annual Strike Out Cancer game Sept. 29, at Zizzer Ballpark to raise awareness and honor those whose lives have been impacted by the disease. Through T-shirt sales and donations, the softball team was able to donate $600 to Ozarks Healthcare Cancer Treatment Center, according to West Plains R-7 Activities Director Dr. Ashley Cooley. She expressed thanks to Posey Patch for donating roses presented during the game. "We are incredibly grateful to everyone who purchased a shirt, made a donation, attended the game or helped make the evening possible," Cooley said. "The strength, courage and memory of those affected by cancer are never taken for granted." Front row, from left: Lady Zizzers softball team members Morgan Russell, Roxie Bryant, Gracie Young, Molly Orr, Bella Bridges, Remini Williams and Cadence Tackitt. Back row: assistant coach Kris Kirby, Head Coach Don Long, Kennedy Evans, Adilee Joyner, Bailey Wake, Aubrey Ellison, Brooklyn White, Sloane McNett, Oliva Cudworth, Mick Price, Taylor House and assistant coach Madalyn Ivy.